Bhutan and Nepal

The most interesting sights of the most ancient Buddhist countries. Authentic monasteries and temples where films were shot. Famous old cities and palaces. The highlight of the trip is a trek to the iconic Paro Taktsang, also known as the Tiger`s nest.

Day 1-2

Arrival in Delhi, flight to Bagdogra. From there proceed to the border with Bhutan. We spend a night in a guesthouse in the town of Jaigaon. Next morning we spend 6 hours getting to the capital Thimphu. On the way we will see many traditional villages, forts and rice fields and enjoy lovely mountain views. We check into a hotel in Thimphu and walk in the town.

Day 3

We visit the famous Chorten memorial, where prayers never stop, and the biggest bronze statue of Buddha. We will also walk in the park with takins, Bhutan’s national animal. And lunch we move to Paro, walk on the chain bridge, check into a local hotel and enjoy dinner in a traditional Bhutanese house.

Day 4

In the morning we do a trek to the Paro Taktsang - the Tiger nest temple on the cliff side. To get there we will ascend 1500 meters above sea level, the trek will take us around 4 hours. We will lunch in the cozy cafe near a monastery. According to the legend, the great Buddhist teacher Padma Sabkha flew on a bird to this place, bringing Buddhism to Bhutan. Then we will visit the Kyichu Lhakhang monastery founded in VII century by the Tibetan king and the monastery Rinpung Dzong, where parts of the famous Bernardo Bertolucci film “Little Buddha” were shot.

Day 5-6

Flight to Kathmandu, check into a hotel near the main Boudhanath stupa. We will explore the city which boasts one of the most ancient old town centers in Asia, visiting local markets, temples, famous Swayambu stupa, Pashupatinath cremation place and the famous temple of the Kumari goddess.

Day 7-8

Trip to Nagarkot, with a stop in the ancient Newar city of Bhaktapur and the temple of Changu Narayan. We will spend the night at the hotel and will experience an unforgettable dawn with a view of the Himalayas. Return to Kathmandu. Free time.

The most interesting sights of the most ancient Buddhist countries. Authentic monasteries and temples where films were shot. Famous old cities and palaces. The highlight of the trip is a trek to the iconic Paro Taktsang, also known as the Tiger`s nest.

The trip is of light physical grade. It includes three short flights, walks in cities and towns, riding jeeps for up to 9 hours. We will also do an easy 4 hours long trek. Accommodation in tourist class hotels and guesthouses, most of them will have hot water and wi fi internet.

The price of the trip includes:

Accommodation in double/twin rooms of tourist class hotels and guesthouses during the entire trip;

All transportation;

Visa to Bhutan;

Food in Bhutan;

Guiding services during the entire trip.

To be paid separately:

Flight to Delhi and from Delhi back home;

Flights Delhi-Bagdogra, Paro-Kathmandu and Kathmandu-Delhi;

Insurance (mandatory);

Entry tickets to museums, palaces, park and other plces of interest ($50);